TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Lancashire County Council; Bonds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Broughton-in-amounderness C of E Primary School in Preston, Lancashire seeks a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils, including those with additional needs. The role involves working with staff to provide high quality learning opportunities and may include lunchtime supervision and wraparound care on a pro-rata basis.

The successful candidate will be able to work well in a team, show warmth and a nurturing approach, and contribute to the school's Christian ethos.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or above qualification.
• Maths or English GCSE or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above.

Responsibilities

• Support children, including those with additional needs.
• Provide lunchtime supervision.
• Contribute to wraparound care for additional hours.
• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver high quality learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Learning strategies

Warm & nurturing

Christian ethos

Education

NVQ level 2 or above

Maths or English GCSE grade 4/C+

Job description

Location: Broughton-in-amounderness Church Of England Primary School, Church Lane, Broughton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 5JB (344 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.broughton-pri.lancs.sch.uk/

Summary The governors and headteacher of Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England School are seeking to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic level 2 teaching assistant. The post will involve supporting children, including those with additional needs. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis. The post holders will be required to work alongside teaching staff to provide high quality learning opportunities. The post holders also will be required to provide lunchtime supervision and potentially contribute to the wraparound care for additional hours.

The successful candidate will:

• be able to work effectively as part of a team
• have good knowledge of successful learning strategies
• be warm and nurturing
• take part in all aspects of school life
• be willing to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school

The school offers:

• amazing children to work with
• hardworking, caring and committed staff
• supportive parents
• a unique environment with extensive outdoor space
• opportunities to develop professionally
• a proactive Governing Body
• an ethos based firmly on Christian values

The post will require an enhanced DBS clearance and references will be checked prior to appointment.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

The closing date is 02/10/2026 at midday.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or above qualification
• Mathematics or English GCSE or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 2 teaching assistant qualification
• Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working with children across key stage 1 and 2
• Experience of working with children with special educational needs

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation Rehabilitation

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.